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Sr Mechanical Engineer – Federal Experience

AECOM

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Compensation
$150–180K/yr
Location
Dallas, TXHybrid
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

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Job overview

AECOM seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer for its Dallas or Houston office to support DoD and mission-critical facility projects. The role leads or assists with HVAC and plumbing system design, construction administration, site evaluations, project planning, proposals, specifications, and mentoring. Candidates must have a qualifying mechanical engineering degree, relevant design experience, and U.S. citizenship; professional engineering licensure and federal project experience are preferred.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

HVAC DesignPlumbing DesignAutoCADRevitMultidisciplinary TeamworkMultitaskingClient PresentationsTime ManagementWork EthicAttention to DetailBuilding Load CalculationEnergy ModelingCost EstimatingDesign-BuildAlternate DeliveryInstrumentation and Controls Design

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Mechanical EngineeringABET-Accredited Program6+ Years Mechanical Design Experience or EquivalentU.S. CitizenshipProfessional Engineer License10+ Years Mechanical Design ExperienceLEED AP, CxA, CEM or Other Industry CertificationFederal Project Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match

Full job description

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a creative and highly talented Senior Mechanical Engineer for immediate employment in our Dallas or Houston, TX office.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

  • Leading or assisting with the design of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems as well as plumbing systems for DoD, and Mission Critical Facility projects.

  • Perform Construction Administration services, including review of shop drawings, RFI’s and review of contractor proposed change orders

  • Evaluate feasibility of alternative design approaches in conjunction with senior team members

  • Perform site/field visits to ascertain existing conditions including equipment condition evaluations

  • Organize/plan projects to ensure quality controls and project criteria are met and within budget

  • Assist in preparing proposals and presenting to Clients

  • Assist with mentoring of junior staff within the Mechanical Department

  • Review and edit specifications

  • Interact and work with a diverse set of clients and subcontractors

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited Mechanical Engineering Program

  • 6+ years of experience in mechanical design of HVAC and Plumbing systems or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

  • This position requires U.S. citizenship due to federal contract/security requirements

Preferred Requirements

  • Professional Engineer (PE)

  • 1 0+ years of experience in mechanical design of HVAC and Plumbing systems

  • Experience using AutoCAD and Revit

  • Ability to interact with others on a multi-discipline team

  • Ability to work on multiple projects at once

  • Excellent communications skills with the ability to present designs to clients

  • Good time management skills, a strong work ethic and attention to detail

  • Proficient in Building Load Calculation and Energy Modeling

  • Proficient in the design of plumbing systems including sanitary, storm, and water distribution systems

  • Energy Modeling experience a plus

  • Cost estimating experience a plus

  • Experience with Design-Build and other Alternate Delivery practices a plus

  • Experience with Instrumentation and Controls design a plus

  • Excellent Communications Skills with the ability to present designs to clients

  • Additional Industry Certifications such as LEED AP, CxA or CEM

  • Federal experience; NAVFAC, USACE, VAMC, DOD or USAF experience preferred

Additional Information

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $150000 to $180000.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10163282

Business Line: B&P - Buildings & Places

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: West

Career Area: Engineering

Work Location Model: Hybrid

Compensation: USD 150000 - USD 180000 - yearly

How this job compares

Set against the 7,607 open Mechanical Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 5, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$150–180K/yr
  • Texas median$117–160K/yr272 salary ranges
  • US median$105–160K/yr4,544 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $165K, is 19% above the Texas median midpoint ($138K) — in the top quarter of Mechanical Engineer salary ranges in Texas.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 802 open Mechanical Engineer jobs in Texas and 7,607 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Texas
Experience
This posting asks for at least 6 years of experience; Mechanical Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (6,333 postings).
Education
5,226 of the 7,607 open Mechanical Engineer jobs (69%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 5, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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